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  Earth's Magnetic North Pole is moving rapidly towards Russia: What does it mean?

  November 21, 2024 19:00 IST

  If the rapid movement persists, the magnetic North Pole could shift another 660 kilometres over the next decade. Scientists at BGS predict this could cause compasses to "likely point eastward of true north" by 2040.

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  SpaceX's sixth Starship mission partially successful, booster explodes in the ocean

  November 20, 2024 10:32 IST

  SpaceX's recent launch was Starship's sixth test flight, during which the company intentionally pushed Starship to its limits. The company will now make further modifications to Starship before the next flight.

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  Did NASA’s Viking Landers accidentally kill life on Mars? Astrobiologist sparks debate

  November 19, 2024 23:57 IST

  NASA's 1975 Viking mission aimed to detect Martian life but may have accidentally destroyed it. Using Earth-based techniques, the landers added water to soil samples, potentially overwhelming microbes adapted to Mars' ultra-dry conditions, claims an astrobiologist.

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  ISRO uses Elon Musk's SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket to launch satellite for in-flight Wi-Fi

  November 19, 2024 6:59 IST

  ISRO's new satellite weighs 4,700 kg and is capable of providing broadband in remote areas as well as in-flight Wi-Fi services. Currently, ISRO lacks the capability to launch heavier satellites.

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  Chinese spacecraft samples confirm Moon's volcanic history

  November 18, 2024 17:59 IST

  China's Chang'e-5 mission returned with rock samples from the far side of the Moon. The study of these rocks provided new insights into volcanic activity on the Moon.

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  COP29: India, developing nations push for fair climate finance

  November 17, 2024 17:10 IST

  Currently, most climate finance is provided as loans, creating a burden on countries. The developed nations have also failed to meet the USD 100 billion annual funding target.

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  Hubble discovers Milky Way's impact on large Magellanic cloud

  November 16, 2024 12:09 IST

  Hubble Space Telescope has revealed the Large Magellanic Cloud (LMC) losing its gas halo due to a close encounter with the Milky Way. The LMC’s halo, now just 50,000 light-years wide, has been reduced by gravitational forces. Researchers highlight this as a key example of galactic interactions.

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  ISRO saves Chandrayaan-2 from collision with Korean Lunar Orbiter: Report

  November 15, 2024 17:27 IST

  ISRO reportedly saved the collision between its Chandrayaan-2 Orbiter and the Korean Pathfinder Lunar Orbiter (KPLO) above the Moon.

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  NASA data provides crucial insights for tackling rising sea levels globally

  November 14, 2024 21:26 IST

  Through collaborations with the US Department of Defense, the World Bank, and the United Nations, NASA’s Earth Information Center provides critical future projections on sea levels and potential flooding up to 2150. Integrating satellite data, ice sheet dynamics, and advanced computer modelling.

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  North Taurid Meteor shower peaks, dazzles the US sky with bright fireballs

  November 13, 2024 22:52 IST

  The Taurid meteor showers offer a yearly spectacle, making November a special month for both amateur stargazers and seasoned astronomers. With bright fireballs crossing the sky, the North Taurid Peak is a celestial event that captures the imagination and lights up the night sky.

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  NASA astronaut Sunita Williams addresses health concerns from space

  November 13, 2024 19:34 IST

  With the rising concerns related to the health of Sunita Williams, it was recently discovered that she stated being fit and healthy. The astronaut has been in space for months and has been working out to maintain her health.

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  How a classical track by Kesarbai Kerkar went on NASA’s Voyager: From India to the cosmos

  November 07, 2024 20:12 IST

  The Indian classical song “Jaat Kahan Ho” by Kesarbai Kerkar holds a special place in history as the only Indian track featured on NASA’s Voyager 1 Golden Record. The song symbolizes the vast reach of human culture into the cosmos.

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  SpaceX pushes Taiwanese suppliers to expand abroad: Details here

  November 05, 2024 17:18 IST

  In response to potential risks to their supply chains, some Taiwanese companies in critical sectors like satellites and semiconductors are working to reduce reliance on local manufacturing, seeking to safeguard operations amid rising tensions.

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  Elon Musk lags in the satellite internet race! Jio and Airtel make big preparations

  November 02, 2024 18:15 IST

  Starlink and Amazon have applied for licenses to offer satellite internet in India but are currently lagging as they await completion of the spectrum allocation process.

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  NASA issues alert for 2 large asteroids approaching Earth today: All you need to know

  October 30, 2024 23:06 IST

  While these asteroids are not a threat to our planet, their proximity offers a valuable opportunity for scientists to observe and study these near-Earth objects in greater detail, enhancing our understanding of similar space phenomena.

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  ISRO to launch electric-propelled satellite in December 2024 | What is it?

  October 28, 2024 10:13 IST

  The first Indian satellite with home-grown electric propulsion to be tested in December 2024. With the launch of the satellite, India will showcase its capabilities in developing lightweight yet powerful spacecraft.

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  ISRO reveals new timeline for upcoming Chandrayaan 4,5, Gaganyaan missions | Check dates

  October 27, 2024 14:01 IST

  Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has planned multiple missions in upcoming years. These include Chandrayaan-4, Chandrayaan-5 and Gaganyaan among others. Now ISRO chief S Somnath has revealed the dates of their launch.

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  NASA astronaut released from hospital after returning from space | WATCH

  October 27, 2024 12:14 IST

  Due to patient privacy concerns, NASA did not disclose the identity of the astronaut or specifics about their condition, stating only that the astronaut is in "good health" and will "resume normal post-flight reconditioning with other crew members."

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  Comet C/2023 A3 to grace Indian skies after 80,000 years- Rare celestial event

  October 15, 2024 23:43 IST

  Comet C/2023 A3 will embark on an 80,000-year journey through the far reaches of the solar system before returning to Earth’s vicinity. This makes its current visit a truly unique event—one that no human will see again in their lifetime.

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  NASA's mission to Europa, Jupiter's moon, to find out whether it could support life launched

  October 14, 2024 21:57 IST

  It will take 5 1/2 years to reach Jupiter and will sneak within 25 kilometers of Europa's surface — considerably closer than any other spacecraft.

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  SpaceX achieves milestone of catching giant Starship Booster in 5th flight test

  October 14, 2024 19:18 IST

  SpaceX's 5th Starship test flight in Boca Chica, Texas, was a major success, marking a world-1st achievement. The company successfully caught the Super Heavy booster using a tower with giant arms. This innovative recovery method enables the booster to be reused, advancing SpaceX's reusable rocket.

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  SpaceX catches 19-storey Super Heavy rocket mid-air | WATCH VIDEO

  October 13, 2024 18:59 IST

  While Starship continued its journey towards a controlled splashdown in the Indian Ocean, all eyes turned to the returning booster.

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  Ladakh: Asia's largest imaging telescope MACE inaugurated | Know its significance

  October 09, 2024 7:28 IST

  The Major Atmospheric Cherenkov Experiment (MACE) observatory, the largest imaging Cherenkov telescope in Asia built by the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) will add a new dimension to scientific research.

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  Draconid Meteor Shower 2024: Catch dozens of shooting stars this October

  October 07, 2024 19:19 IST

  The Draconid Meteor Shower 2024 is expected to peak on October 8, with around 10 meteors per hour. The best viewing time is suggested after sunset, as the moon will set a few hours later, minimizing light interference and allowing for clearer views of the meteor shower.

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  NASA selects two Astrophysics Missions to study X-ray and far-infrared wavelengths

  October 07, 2024 14:12 IST

  The resulting mission is said to become the first in a new class of NASA astrophysics missions within the agency’s longstanding Explorers Program. The new mission class, Probe Explorers, will further fill a gap between flagship and smaller-scale missions in NASA’s exploration.

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  SpaceX Falcon 9 faces setback: FAA grounds rocket over second-stage malfunction

  October 01, 2024 16:52 IST

  The malfunction caused the Falcon 9 booster to fall into an area of the Pacific Ocean outside the designated safety zone approved by the FAA for the mission.

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  NASA's Hubble telescope reveals stunning Spiral Galaxy in deep space

  September 30, 2024 18:32 IST

  The collaboration between Hubble, James Webb, and ALMA marks a new era of space observation, as scientists continue to unlock the mysteries of the cosmos through detailed imagery and powerful data.

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  James Webb Space Telescope uncovers distant galaxy offering clues to the Early universe

  September 29, 2024 17:26 IST

  The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has discovered a distant galaxy, seen about one billion years after the Big Bang, offering a rare look into the early universe. This galaxy, in a transitional phase between dust clouds and fully formed galaxies, could provide crucial insights into how stars.